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Ascorbic Acid
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Pronounced: (ASS-kor-bik ASS-id)
Other Names: None Listed
Catagory: Supplements |
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Drug InformationThis medicine is used for the prevention and treatment of scurvy.
Mechanism:
The exact biological functions of vitamin C are not know. Humans are one of the few species who cannot make vitamin C, and must depend on our diet or supplements for the source. Vitamin C is known to play a role in the making of collagen; components of skin, bone, blood vessels and connective tissues between cells. Vitamin C is known to boost immunity, may help the body handle stress, and may decrease the risk of heart disease by dissolving plaques and decreasing LDL cholesterol. Vitamin C plays a major role in many chemical reactions in the body including the storage of iron and the activation of folic acid.
More Info:
For more information about this medicine, talk to your healthcare provider.
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Side EffectsSide effects are usually related to overdosing, and may include nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramping, diarrhea, headache, insomnia. High doses have also been associated with deep vein thrombosis.
Precautions:
Ascorbic acid may be harmful if given after angioplasty, so caution is recommended. Talk to your doctor for more information.
Preganant:
It is not known whether vitamin C is completely safe if given to pregnant women. Talk to your doctor about possible risks to the baby. Vitamin C is excreted in the breast milk. Consult with your doctor before breastfeeding.
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Dosage InformationFor proper use of this medicine, follow the directions on the package, unless otherwise instructed by your doctor.
Missed Dosage:
If your doctor has instructed you to take this medicine regularly and you miss a dose, take your next dose, as soon as you remember. If you are close to your next dose, do not double up. Skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule.
Storage:
Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed.
Overdose:
Seek medical attention immediately. For non emergencies, contact your local or regional poison control center at 1-800-222-1222.
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